January weather forecast
Kimball, SD

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Kimball, South Dakota, is a freezing cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Kimball, in January, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Kimball, during January, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Kimball, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Kimball, during January, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Kimball, in January, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kimball have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kimball have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Kimball, SD

Average temperature in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Kimball, SD

Average pressure in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Kimball, SD

Average wind speed in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Kimball, SD

Average humidity in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in January
Kimball, SD

Average rainfall in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Kimball, SD

Average rainfall days in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Kimball, SD

Average snowfall in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Kimball, SD

Average snowfall days in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kimball, SD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Kimball, SD

Average sunshine days in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Kimball, SD

Average UV index in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Kimball, SD

Average cloud cover in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in January
Kimball, SD

Average visibility in January - Kimball, SD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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